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Technology Gifts stories - Page 412

The demand for technology gifts is significantly increasing as we begin to rely on new innovations. According to the Consumer Technology Association, 74% of U.S. adults plan to buy at least one tech gift this year, highlighting that it is one of the most prominent types of gift that is given.

Technology gifts can range from standard appliances and computer hardware to gaming and entertainment items. They are sold through a variety of channels and retail stores across the globe.
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Game review: Twisted Metal
Thu, 8th Mar 2012
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Twisted Metal's PS3 debut revives vehicular combat with style, offering a fresh alternative to FPS games. Newcomers and fans alike will be thrilled.
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Apple confirms retina display, LTE for new iPad - Updated
Thu, 8th Mar 2012
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Apple unveils the new iPad with 4G LTE and a retina display, hitting stores March 16. Labelled 'resolutionary', its camera impresses.
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Google merges apps and media in Google Play
Thu, 8th Mar 2012
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Google Play revamps as a one-stop hub for apps, books, movies, and music, expanding digital access in select countries.
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News: updated Apple TV, Intuos 5, USB 3, and more!
Wed, 7th Mar 2012
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Apple updates Apple TV with 1080p and new interface, Wacom launches Intuos 5, plus USB 3.0 for Mac Pro revealed.
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Blizzard tempting ex-fans back to World of Warcraft
Wed, 7th Mar 2012
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Friends of retired players encouraged to invite them back to the game; so what kind of carrot is Blizzard offering?.
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Crazy new tech in Ghost Recon: Future Soldier
Wed, 7th Mar 2012
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A look at the arsenal of weapons and gadgets in the forthcoming shooter, all of which is inspired by real-world technology.
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App of the Week: HP ePrint
Wed, 7th Mar 2012
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Simplify your life with a smart little app that takes the hassle out of printing images and documents stored on your phone.
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News: Safari 5.2 in Mountain Lion, subscription TV, Lightroom 4, and more!
Tue, 6th Mar 2012
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Safari 5.2 in Mountain Lion is due to see some impressive improvements, most notably of which is a combined address and search bar.
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Assassin’s Creed III to be Revolutionary
Tue, 6th Mar 2012
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Third official chapter in outstanding stealth action series to be set in the American Revolution of the late 18th Century.
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Developers confirm Game of Thrones MMO
Tue, 6th Mar 2012
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BigPoint confirms a Game of Thrones MMO is underway, aiming to expand the series' global domination into the realms of MMORPGs with Artplant.
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Apple's 25 billionth download: Where's My Water?
Tue, 6th Mar 2012
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Apple celebrates its 25 billionth app download, Where's My Water?, awarding a Chinese user a $10,000 gift card.
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News: Mac Pro update, Hazel 3, Windows 8 in a virtual machine, and more!
Mon, 5th Mar 2012
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Apple gears up for a Mac Pro update with Intel's new chips, while Hazel 3's launch and Windows 8's virtual test drive stir excitement.
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US Air Force to replace manuals with iPads
Mon, 5th Mar 2012
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The US Air Force embarks on a digital shift, replacing traditional manuals with iPads in a $9.36m move to modernise and streamline operations.
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Game review: Journey
Mon, 5th Mar 2012
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Journey redefines gaming, melding art with play in an emotive voyage of companionship and discovery, lifting the bar for interactive experiences.
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Apple touts employment numbers
Mon, 5th Mar 2012
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Apple highlights its role in US job creation to tackle criticisms of its overseas labour practices, claiming it indirectly supports over 500,000 jobs.
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News: retina display Macs, AirParrot for Mac, Thunderbolt one year on, and more!
Sun, 4th Mar 2012
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Apple's Retina Display improves image quality, but does it mean pixel doubling on the Mac? TUAW does the math.
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Renaissance distribution - sale close
Fri, 2nd Mar 2012
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Renaissance AGM reveals sale of distribution biz in the works, amidst financial strain and insurance relief. Future hinges on Apple's nod.
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News: adaptive streaming, file renaming, DVD ripping, and more!
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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Apple's new adaptive streaming promises quality music for all internet speeds, alongside exciting updates for Mac users and fixes for DVD ripping.
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Blizzard Entertainment to cut 600 staff
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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Blizzard Entertainment to cut 600 staff, mostly from outside game development; WoW dev team remains unaffected, and Diablo III release stays on track.
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Premium CoD content given Xbox release date
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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All Call of Duty Elite Premium content, including three new maps, to be available on Xbox on 20 March, broadening access for all players.